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Chinese coast guard and civilian vessels have increased patrols in waters east of Taiwan, alarming analysts who see it as a rehearsal for a blockade aimed at isolating the island from trade and aid. Beijing says the law enforcement operations are legitimate exercises of jurisdiction, while Taiwan and its allies condemn them as threats to regional stability.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha spoke with his Iranian counterpart after Tehran condemned a Ukrainian drone strike on a commercial vessel, urging restraint and an end to Iran’s support for Russia’s war. Iran demanded compensation and warned of consequences, while Ukraine said it targeted a Russian warship linked to Iranian military cargo.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has asserted that only Tehran can decide on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, rejecting any outside interference. The statement comes as tensions rise with the West over Iran’s nuclear program and sanctions.
The mid-May US-China summit was seen as locking in bilateral stability, but an analysis suggests Washington's position is weakening while Beijing increases pressure to control Taiwan. China's military and economic advances have diminished US deterrence, leaving Taiwan more isolated.
The United States and Iran have carried out airstrikes against each other for the first time since signing a memorandum of understanding last week, escalating tensions ahead of upcoming talks. The U.S. retaliated after a drone attack on a cargo vessel, while Iran struck what it said were U.S. military sites. Both sides accused each other of violating the MoU.
The UN's IMO has suspended plans to evacuate over 11,000 seafarers stranded in the Strait of Hormuz following an attack on a cargo ship off Oman. The incident comes despite a recent U.S.-Iran MoU aimed at restoring shipping, highlighting unresolved tensions over route control and fees.
South Korea's Foreign Minister strongly backed diplomatic initiatives for peace and stability in the West amid rising geopolitical tensions. He underscored international cooperation and Seoul's proactive role in dialogue and trust-building.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf rejected US claims about Iran's frozen assets, affirming Tehran's compliance with international obligations. He called Washington's accusations baseless and politically motivated, citing US violations of agreements like the JCPOA.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf declared that the recent war has completely shattered the image of US dominance in the world. He made the remarks during a parliamentary session, linking the collapse of US hegemony to recent military developments in the Middle East.
